Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Canandaigua, NY
Browse Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Canandaigua, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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A Better High,LLC
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, C.A.R.C.
I am proudly and openly in long-term recovery myself from substance use disorders. Over the years I’ve learned that there are just many many ways to do this, and a lot of my job and specialty is helping people find and implement the path that works best for them. I offer a lot of “handholding” in the beginning, which seems really helpful for the people I work with. I’ve been told by others that I have a friendly, natural, casual and “organic” presence, which helps people relax and even have fun, which is really important to me.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Canandaigua, NY
Online in Canandaigua, NY
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Yuanfei Zhang
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
I became a therapist because I know what it means to be between worlds.
As someone who has navigated different cultures, languages, and identities, I understand the particular kind of loneliness that comes when your inner life doesn't quite have words yet — or when the words you have don't translate. That experience lives at the heart of everything I do.
I work primarily with women and individuals in the perinatal space — pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, and loss — as well as college students and immigrants standing at crossroads moments in their lives. These are the seasons when we most need someone who can hold complexity without rushing to fix it.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) gives me a framework, but honestly, what guides me most is curiosity. I want to know what your life actually feels like from the inside — what you carry, what you've adapted to, what you've quietly set aside. I want to know how your culture shaped the way you love, grieve, and ask for help. And I want to sit with you in all of it, without judgment, without a predetermined destination.
Clients tell me our sessions feel like finally exhaling. My hope is that over time, that feeling stops being something you only find in a therapy room — and starts becoming something you carry with you.
4 Years Experience
Online in Canandaigua, NY (Online Only)
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Therapy With You
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Therapy With You is a boutique practice led by a team of four skilled clinicians specializing in work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. We provide intentional, high quality care focused on relationships, emotional wellbeing, and lasting change, while remaining in network with most major insurance plans to keep services accessible.
6 Years Experience
Online in Canandaigua, NY
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Colette Pauta
Counselor/Therapist
If you're looking for someone who will truly listen and help you feel heard and seen, my goal is to offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform. I take a warm, relational, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you where you're at with curiosity and care. I believe that humor has a place in healing, and when used thoughtfully, it can make difficult conversations feel less intimidating and more human. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in understanding how your experiences, relationships, and environment shape the challenging you're facing. Together, we'll explore patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools that feel relevant to your everyday life. Therapy with me is not about having all the answers, it's about creating space to slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust. Whether you're thinking about therapy for the first time, or have been in the counseling space before, I welcome the opportunity to get to know who you are at your core.
1 Years Experience
Online in Canandaigua, NY (Online Only)
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Pleasant Valley Mental Health Counseling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
PVMHC has several highly trained clinicians who treat many clients including those with; anxiety, depression (including postpartum), trauma, gender dysphoria/LGBTQ, learning disabilities, ADHD, & more. We aim to create long-term relationships, offer fast and flexible scheduling, and ensure we make each session as beneficial as possible.
We work with adolescents and adults who are looking to better understand their symptoms, manage their emotions/stressors, and create a path to an enjoyable future. We offer a safe virtual space for you to set goals and incorporate coping skills into your everyday life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Canandaigua, NY (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Canandaigua, NY Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Canandaigua, NY average 11 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (76%), and Trauma and PTSD (71%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
60%
Offer sliding scale
62%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
Online Only |
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| 38% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 62% | Stress |
| 56% | Social Anxiety |
| 53% | Loss or Grief |
| 51% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 47% | Senior |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 62% | LGBTQ+ |
| 56% | Men |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 31% | Black / African American |